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Faith Formation MINISTRY

BECOMING CATHOLIC – R.C.I.A.

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the process through which adults and children age seven and older join or complete their initiation into the Catholic Church. This process is a journey of conversion of mind and heart which takes place within the community of the faithful and involves periods or steps which mark the progress of the one seeking initiation which are accompanied and marked by liturgical rites.

The RCIA is for three groups of people:

Those who are not baptized.

Those who were baptized into another Christian denomination and wish to enter into full communion with the Catholic Church.

Baptized Catholics who were never formed in the Catholic faith and have not completed their initiation; that is, who have received neither of the sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist.

Those interested in this process should contact the nearest Catholic Church. If you are not sure who/where this is in the Diocese of Lexington, please contact the Worship Office for assistance.

The RCIA process provides an opportunity for adults* who are seeking initiation (Unbaptized) or full Communion (Baptized Christian) with the Church to learn about the Catholic faith. Classes are held Sunday mornings immediately following the 8:30 a.m. mass beginning in late August and concluding in the spring.

Volunteers are needed to be Sponsors (faith companions) to people becoming Catholic and to lead discussions during the 6 Sundays in Lent when RCIA inquirers are dismissed from Mass after the homily. Additionally, ministers are needed to be a part of a hospitality team to make coffee and provide food for the sessions.

For more information, contact Tricia Davis, (859) 248-2495.

*Children over the age of 8 should be enrolled in the RCIC program (Rite of Christian Initiation for Children). Classes are held Sunday mornings immediately following the 8:30 a.m. mass beginning in late August and concluding in the spring.